Senior Data Scientist - Operations Research - Munich, Germany

Senior Data Scientist - Operations Research - Munich, Germany

About Us
At Kats Recruitment, we connect exceptional data-science professionals with leading international employers across Europe. Our client in Munich is an innovative technology company operating in the mobility sector, where analytics, optimisation and smart decision-making shape the companys strategic success. This position is ideal for an experienced data scientist passionate about solving complex optimisation problems that have real business impact.

About the Role
You will be responsible for developing, validating and implementing advanced mathematical models that drive key operational decisions across pricing, logistics, resource allocation and forecasting. Using operations research and statistical optimisation techniques, you will design and deploy scalable analytical solutions that directly influence strategy and performance. The role combines technical depth, creative problem-solving and strong business collaboration.

Requirements

• Masters degree or PhD in Operations Research, Applied Mathematics, Computer Science, Engineering or another quantitative field.
• Minimum 5 years of experience applying operations research or data-science methods in production or commercial environments.
• Strong background in mathematical optimisation (linear, nonlinear, integer programming) and related solvers (Gurobi, CPLEX, etc.).
• Experience with stochastic modelling, simulation, and forecasting methods.
• Strong programming skills in Python and/or R, and solid knowledge of SQL.

• Experience deploying analytical models into production environments.

• Excellent communication and stakeholder-management skills.

• Ability to lead projects end-to-end, translating business challenges into data-driven solutions.

• EU citizenship or a valid EU work permit for Germany is mandatory.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary and performance-based bonuses.

• Hybrid working model with flexibility and modern office space in Munich.

• 28 days of annual leave, additional wellness days and flexible working hours.

• Access to conferences, professional certifications and continuous learning programs.

• Private health insurance and comprehensive employee benefits.

• Inclusive, international team culture with real autonomy and growth potential.

Join Us!
If youre ready to apply your analytical expertise and operations-research skills to real-world challenges in an innovative environment, wed love to hear from you. Apply today and take your next career step with Kats Recruitment, where data meets purpose.